Agriturismo Helianthus
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Summary of reviewsAgriturismo Helianthus, nestled in a tranquil rural setting near Malpensa Airport, offers a peaceful escape surrounded by lush greenery, open fields and a variety of farm animals that add to its bucolic charm. Its strategic location makes it an excellent base for exploring nearby attractions such as Lake Maggiore, Milan and the Ticino Park. Despite its proximity to the airport, the property maintains a serene atmosphere ideal for unwinding.
The breakfast experience is highly praised by guests, featuring fresh croissants, homemade cakes and local cheeses, all enjoyed in a sunporch or veranda overlooking the scenic landscape. While there are suggestions for more variety, such as eggs and fresh fruits, the overall consensus is overwhelmingly positive with the breakfast spread being both hearty and delicious.
When it comes to dinner, the property itself does not offer on-site dining. However, guests report favorable experiences with nearby dining options and commend the owner for organizing dinner deliveries and providing rides to local restaurants. Though this can present minor challenges, the quality of nearby eateries and the owner's proactive efforts ensure guests enjoy delightful meals.
The rooms are spacious, clean and tastefully decorated, consistently noted for their comfort. Many guests highlight the comfortable beds and the well-equipped accommodations. The rustic and charming environment, complemented by the beautiful natural surroundings, adds a unique touch to the stay. A few minor issues, such as occasional cobwebs and lime scale in the showers, were mentioned but didn't significantly detract from the overall satisfaction.
Cleanliness is a standout feature at Agriturismo Helianthus with many guests remarking on the immaculate and well-maintained facilities. The commitment to cleanliness extends to both the rooms and the common areas, contributing to a pleasant and welcoming atmosphere.
The exceptional hospitality, led by Monica and Benito, is frequently highlighted in reviews. The staff's attentiveness and genuine kindness create a warm and relaxed environment, significantly enhancing the guest experience. The team’s dedication to guest satisfaction and their accommodating nature are key contributors to the property's appeal.
While the Wi-Fi can be inconsistent due to the rural setting, making it less ideal for those needing a reliable connection, it doesn't significantly impact the overall enjoyment of the stay. Parking, on the other hand, is highly appreciated with spacious and free on-site options available, complemented by a convenient airport shuttle service.
Agriturismo Helianthus is also noted for its comfortable bedding, although opinions on mattress firmness vary. Most guests find the beds to be cozy and conducive to a good night's sleep.
For travelers with pets, the agriturismo proves to be exceptionally dog-friendly. The abundant outdoor space, friendly farm animals and relaxing environment enhance the experience for both pets and their owners.
Overall, Agriturismo Helianthus offers a delightful countryside retreat with exceptional hospitality, comfortable accommodations and a serene, nature-immersed setting.
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The breakfast experience is highly praised by guests, featuring fresh croissants, homemade cakes and local cheeses, all enjoyed in a sunporch or veranda overlooking the scenic landscape. While there are suggestions for more variety, such as eggs and fresh fruits, the overall consensus is overwhelmingly positive with the breakfast spread being both hearty and delicious.
When it comes to dinner, the property itself does not offer on-site dining. However, guests report favorable experiences with nearby dining options and commend the owner for organizing dinner deliveries and providing rides to local restaurants. Though this can present minor challenges, the quality of nearby eateries and the owner's proactive efforts ensure guests enjoy delightful meals.
The rooms are spacious, clean and tastefully decorated, consistently noted for their comfort. Many guests highlight the comfortable beds and the well-equipped accommodations. The rustic and charming environment, complemented by the beautiful natural surroundings, adds a unique touch to the stay. A few minor issues, such as occasional cobwebs and lime scale in the showers, were mentioned but didn't significantly detract from the overall satisfaction.
Cleanliness is a standout feature at Agriturismo Helianthus with many guests remarking on the immaculate and well-maintained facilities. The commitment to cleanliness extends to both the rooms and the common areas, contributing to a pleasant and welcoming atmosphere.
The exceptional hospitality, led by Monica and Benito, is frequently highlighted in reviews. The staff's attentiveness and genuine kindness create a warm and relaxed environment, significantly enhancing the guest experience. The team’s dedication to guest satisfaction and their accommodating nature are key contributors to the property's appeal.
While the Wi-Fi can be inconsistent due to the rural setting, making it less ideal for those needing a reliable connection, it doesn't significantly impact the overall enjoyment of the stay. Parking, on the other hand, is highly appreciated with spacious and free on-site options available, complemented by a convenient airport shuttle service.
Agriturismo Helianthus is also noted for its comfortable bedding, although opinions on mattress firmness vary. Most guests find the beds to be cozy and conducive to a good night's sleep.
For travelers with pets, the agriturismo proves to be exceptionally dog-friendly. The abundant outdoor space, friendly farm animals and relaxing environment enhance the experience for both pets and their owners.
Overall, Agriturismo Helianthus offers a delightful countryside retreat with exceptional hospitality, comfortable accommodations and a serene, nature-immersed setting.
Dog Friendly Farm Stay
Farm Stay with Parking
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About Agriturismo Helianthus
License: 003108-AGR-00007, IT003108B52RV6K832
Guest Reviews
Location
The lush greenery and serene environment, including a charming mill and water channels, create an oasis of peace and relaxation. Visitors find the calming atmosphere, enhanced by the sounds of running water and nearby animals, ideal for unwinding. The location is strategic not only for airport accessibility but also for exploring nearby attractions like Lake Maggiore, Milan and the Ticino Park.
In summary, the tranquil, nature-immersed setting of 'Agriturismo Helianthus' offers the perfect balance—close to Malpensa Airport while providing a peaceful, rural retreat with beautiful surroundings.
Breakfast
Guests repeatedly praise the quality of the produce, noting the inclusion of items from nearby farms, such as yogurts and cheese. The baked goods are frequently described as "superb" and "homemade," contributing to an abundant and delicious start to the day. The breakfast offerings, though typically continental, are appreciated for their freshness and taste with items like fresh bread, pastries and coffee freshly made on the spot standing out.
Despite a few mentions of limited variety, such as a desire for more eggs and fresh fruits and vegetables, the general consensus is overwhelmingly positive. Guests find the spread not only plentiful but also satisfying and hearty, making it enough to kickstart a day of exploring. The combination of a warm ambiance, accommodating hosts and an ample selection makes breakfast at Agriturismo Helianthus an exceptional experience.
Dinner
The owner of the agriturismo appears to go to considerable lengths to ensure guests do not go hungry. They often take the initiative to organize dinner deliveries, call for take-out or even personally shuttle guests to and from local restaurants. These gestures are appreciated by guests, ensuring that despite the lack of on-premise dining, there's still access to good food.
However, it’s noted that relying on external dining does come with minor challenges, such as occasional cold food from deliveries. Nevertheless, the proactive hospitality of the owner, coupled with the quality of nearby eateries, ensures that guests can enjoy delightful meals during their stay. While needing to drive or walk to dinner may pose some inconvenience, the overall feedback on dining remains largely positive due to the supportive services provided by the agriturismo.
Rooms
The rustic yet well-furnished villa setting enhances the overall pleasant experience, complemented by the beautiful natural surroundings including open fields and a picturesque stream. The farm environment adds a unique and tranquil charm to the stay, making it ideal for both relaxation and enjoyment.
While a few guests note minor details that could use attention and suggest improvements for the breakfast coffee, the overarching sentiment is one of satisfaction with the comfortable bedding, immaculate cleanliness and the serene, welcoming environment of the rooms. Families and solo travelers alike find Agriturismo Helianthus a pleasant and restful destination.
Beds
However, some mixed feedback was noted regarding the firmness of the mattresses with a few guests mentioning that the mattresses felt hard or were thin, akin to those found on sofa beds. Despite this, family members in different rooms sometimes had contrasting experiences with one party finding the beds much to their liking while another did not.
Overall, most guests seemed quite satisfied with the bed comfort at Agriturismo Helianthus with the positive comments outweighing the occasional concerns about mattress firmness.
Cleanliness
The rooms are generally reported as clean, comfortable and pretty with functioning amenities such as air conditioning. The cleanliness of the property extends to the service provided by the thoughtful owners, who ensure the property remains clean and offer excellent quality service, including assistance with parking and shuttle service to the airport.
While the majority of the feedback is positive, there are some areas for improvement. A few guests noted issues such as cobwebs, lime scale in the shower and some dust in the rooms. A couple of reviews mentioned that the shower and certain areas hadn't been cleaned to the expected standards in a while. Despite these few remarks, the overall impression is of a well-kept, clean and inviting agriturismo, highly suitable for a relaxing stay close to nature and conveniently located near the airport.
Staff
The staff’s friendliness and willingness to help create a relaxed and welcoming atmosphere, making guests feel immediately at ease. The owners’ dedication to maintaining a high level of service is apparent with many noting their politeness and availability to address any needs promptly. Despite minor inconveniences such as mosquitoes and wasps, the overwhelming sentiment remains positive with guests appreciating the staff’s efforts to provide an exceptional experience.
Overall, the team at Agriturismo Helianthus receives high praise for their genuine kindness, attentiveness and unwavering commitment to guest satisfaction, contributing significantly to the charm and appeal of the property.
Wi-Fi
Parking
Moreover, the parking service extends to practical amenities such as the availability of a shuttle to Malpensa Airport, an invaluable feature for travelers. The hosts are notably responsive and accommodating, even offering last-minute pickups from the airport. For those traveling to or from Malpensa Airport, the location of Agriturismo Helianthus is ideal.
Although the need to manually open and close the gate may be a minor inconvenience, the freedom provided by the key to both the room and parking gate is valued by guests.
For those planning a longer stay or needing to park their car for an extended period, the option to leave their vehicle on the property is an added benefit, complimenting the already strong parking logistics.
However, guests should be aware that taxi fares from the airport to the property in the afternoon or evening can be steep and the distance from the airport might be a slight disadvantage for very short stays. Despite this, the overall positive feedback on parking highlights Agriturismo Helianthus’s commitment to guest convenience and satisfaction.
Dog Friendly
No, Agriturismo Helianthus doesn't have any pool.
No, a spa isn't available at Agriturismo Helianthus.
Yes, Agriturismo Helianthus welcomes dogs.
Yes, parking facilities are available at Agriturismo Helianthus.
No, Agriturismo Helianthus doesn't have a gym.
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